Eileen Oliver Burkholder's Obituary
Remembering the life and legacy of mother, grandmother, friend and beloved teacher, Eileen Oliver Burkholder.
Eileen Burkholder, age 87, died Friday Sept. 1, 2017 in Bradenton Florida. Eileen was an elementary school teacher for over 30 years. Her love of teaching carried over to her 8 grandchildren and one great grandchild, where she was always ready to grab a book and read them their favorite stories and help them with their homework.
Eileen was an avid reader herself, as well as a Bridge, and Mexican train player, getting together weekly with many friends to play and laugh.
Throughout her retirement she continued giving back to her community, regularly volunteering for many different charities.
Ms. Burkholder is survived by her three children, Kathy, Daniel & Jeffrey and their three spouses, Christopher, Susan and Debra.
She was preceded in death by her beloved daughter Linda.
Services will be held in the near future.
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